Which of the following is an example of a 'eicosanoid' hormone signaling molecule?
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Correct answer: Prostaglandin
Eicosanoids are a class of polyunsaturated fatty acid derivatives, primarily arachidonic acid. Prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and thromboxanes are key examples that typically act as paracrine or autocrine signals.
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